Where can I buy a divot tool?
Divot tools have no role in dealing with those . Virtually no golfers call this little gadget a "pitch mark tool" or "ball mark tool," however. It’s a divot tool. Always has been, always will be. Check with your local golf course. They probably offer them for sale (typically for just a few bucks) and might even offer them free of charge.
How do you fix a divot on a golf ball?
Repairing the Divot Get a ball mark repair tool. Ball mark repair tools (also called divot tools) usually have one or two pointy prongs and are made of plastic or metal. Insert the tool. You should see that the green behind the ball mark is slightly raised up. Move the tool along the ball mark.
How do you putt a divot on a green?
Tap the green. Once you’ve filled out the divot using the tool, take your putter and lightly tap over the mark. Avoid pushing down hard since this could damage the green. The green should be even. You can lightly step on the mark with your foot. But, if it’s close to the hole, avoid stepping on it with your shoes since you could leave marks.
Why do we use divot tools on putting greens?
The "why" of using divot tools boils down to this: fixing our pitch marks on putting greens is one way that golfers help take care of the golf courses we play. Shouldn’t They Be Called ‘Pitch Mark Tools’ or ‘Ball Mark Tools’?